HELP with 3 running issues if anyone can help!

I have a few issues and i'm hoping some other runners can help me!
1st...SIDE ACHES!! Anyone have suggestions on how to prevent them or stop them? I've tried many things but nothing works.

Here's a link to an article in runnersworld.com that may help. (http://beginners.runnersworld.com/2009/08/how-do-i-get-rid-of-side-stitches.html) Try slowing down your pace and breathing in a more relaxed manner.

2nd...Does anyone have any creative ways to keep hydrated during a run. I went out ealy this morning which i normally don't do cause i run on a treadmill, and my throat was so dry it hurt! But i can't carry a water bottle with me! arrrrr.....

Try chewing gum (yes, a disgusting habit but...) it helps you generate saliva. As far as actual hydration goes you should be well hydrated long before you're heading out the door.

3rd...By no means can i afford to get custom made running shoes but my hip was hurting after my run today which in unusual. I don't know if my shoes could be contributing but if so is there more inexpensive way to get quality shoes?? And how do you know if they are quality?

I don't know anyone who uses custom shoes but a trip to a running specialty store is time well spent. Most of them will only carry decent quality shoes in a range of prices, quite often you can find "last year's" models on sale...they're running shoes, not a car.

Hip pain may also be symptomatic of muscular imbalances. try some of these exercises, they may help

http://www.runnersworld.com/article/1,7120,s6-238-263-266-13852-0,00.html

http://www.runnersworld.com/article/1,7120,s6-241-286--13410-0,00.html

You didn't mention your warmup routine, here's one very similar to what I do - dynamic stretching before you run, static afterward

http://www.runnersworld.com/article/1,7120,s6-241-287--13442-0,00.html

With regards to hydration, if you're running for less than one hour, it's more important to be sufficiently hydrated before you leave and you shouldn't need to take anything with you. If you are running first thing, maybe drinking a glass of water immediately before you leave might help. I had problems with my hip too, it was because I wasn't rotating properly and had to do some strength work to build up, one leg squats, step ups with weights, balancing on one leg etc.

1. Sounds like side stitches. I have never gotten a side stitch and I am not a medical expert by any means. But there are a lot of sites that address side stitches and I've seen/heard a lot of people get them and describe exactly what you are describing.

2. I have carried water bottles and used the weight to my advantage. It's really not all that bad. It was like running with barbells. I have also dropped bottles along my route to pick up as I pass by (sometimes I came back later and got them if I wasn't dehydrated). I also have a hydration back pack but I don't use it much. You can also buy a hydration fuel belt. A lot of people seem to be successful with one. The best thing you can do for your run is to be hydrated long before you start your run.

3. I have no professionals around my area so I had to research the best pair of shoes for my type. Go to Runners World and use their shoe finder. It will show you how to determine your arch (brown paper bag test) and give you insight on what pronation you have. You can also video your run (via camera or phone) to see how you pronate. Most of all research - the name brand, quality, read reviews.

The pair of Asics I am wearing now (I love love love them) I found all on my own....brand new, normally $140 for $40. That little bit of work (which I enjoyed anyways lol who doesn't want to look at new shoes? lol) saved me a bunch of money.

If you have a store next to you that will watch you and then show you the types of shoes to buy, then do that. There is no rule that you have purchase shoes just because the sales people helped you pick out a good pair. Then go online or somewhere else and get them at a discount.

Good luck :flowerforyou:

I always had side stitches while running until I started walking. I know it sounds strange but I think that for me, I had them because my body wasn't yet ready to run. I started walking more, faster and longer and then started running again. Problem solved! No more side stitches. I don't know how long you've been running but maybe you can speed walk or something until you work up to it? I don't know if it would help in your case but it worked for me.
About the water issue, I get super dehyrdated fast when I run here in the hot/humid midwestern summers. Plus I live out in the country so I HAVE to haul water with me because if I dont take it and I need it, there is no where to get some and I'm screwed. I use a waist belt that holds 2 small bottles of water. You can find them at running shoe stores or probably any sporting goods store. Mine has a small pack on it that I also fill with an ice pack. I turn it around backwards and it rests on my lower back and it helps keep me cool and I hardly notice it's there.
About shoes, I go to a running store and get fitted for them. They are not custom made but they do scan my feet, watch me walk, run in them, etc to figure out my running 'type', stride, measure my feet and tell me which kind I need. If they don't spend at least an hour with you, they arent worth going to. Yes, it does take time but if your feet hurt, running is a problem. I think I paid about $120.00 for my Brooks running shoes but they were worth every penny. Good luck!